Conservation Officer

Are you passionate about wildlife conservation and reserve management? Join our team and assist the Reserve Manager in various functions to ensure the smooth operation and preservation of our reserve.

Responsibilities include:

Conservation and Habitat Management:

• Planning and executing habitat and fire management programs.
• Conducting monitoring projects, including game census and invasive plant eradication.
• Implementing habitat improvement projects and monitoring wildlife and climatic conditions.

Security:

• Assisting in managing security personnel and operations.
• Maintaining relationships with neighboring reserves’ security teams.
• Application of security policies, including polygraph testing.

Human Resources:

• Monitoring timekeeping, rosters, and leave schedules.
• Managing records and compliance with labor legislation.
• Assisting with succession planning and skills development within teams.

Required Skills:

• 3 to 4 years of experience in nature reserves, boreholes, academic skills, conservation, and fences.
• Competencies in habitat and wildlife management, technical and mechanical skills, data collection, and environmental legislation.
• Strong management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in firearm handling, computer literacy, and language skills (English and Afrikaans required, additional languages advantageous).

Qualifications and Education:

• Relevant conservation degree or diploma preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in safari/reserve conservation and habitat management.
• Clean criminal record and relevant firearms licenses.
• Knowledge of game reserve legislation, environmental impact assessment, and anti-poaching measures.
• Advanced Rifle Handling certification and PDP driver’s license required.

Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to wildlife preservation and management in a dynamic environment. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team!